FALCO is a fixed photoionization detector designed for maximum safety in volatile organic compound (VOC) detection. It has several features that make it suitable for extreme weather conditions and condensing atmospheres, including Typhoon Technology that prevents condensation within the sensor. It offers high performance detection with minimal drift, as well as safety features like a visible status display and resistance to false readings. FALCO detectors are available in different detection ranges and models for flexibility, and can be customized with pumps or diffusers.

1. FALCO
Fixed VOC
detector for
maximum plant
& worker safety.
Ultimate performance
•The onlyVOC detector specifically designed for extreme weather
•TyphoonTechnology stops condensation forming within the PID
• Cutting-edge sensor performance minimises drift & downtime
Ultimate safety
• Eliminates false readings found with other PIDs
• Multi-coloured status display seen from 20 metres in sunlight
• Fitted with long-life lamp for two years continuous use
• Ex d approved
Ultimate flexibility
• Pumped or diffused models available
• Pumped unit ideal for difficult to access locations
• Diffused model reduces servicing costs
• Four detection ranges available
• Selectable response factor for varyingVOC selection
...PID detection you can trust!
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2. FALCO is the latest generation of fixed photoionisation detectors (PIDs)
from ION Science that continuously detect a wide range of volatile organic
compounds (VOCs).
Unique to FALCO is its revolutionaryTyphoonTechnology safeguarding the
sensor from condensing moisture for added reliability in severe weather
conditions. In addition FALCO incorporates patented Fence Electrode
Technology, which negates the effects of airborne humidity.
FALCO gives you cutting-edge performance; reliability, accuracy and results
you can trust so you can be sure workforce and plant receive on-going
maximum protection. With its humidity resistance and anti-contamination
design drift is minimised and run-time extended, saving both time and cost
to your business.
Offering the ultimate in safety FALCO overcomes false readings found
with other PIDs. Its multi-coloured LED status display can be seen from a
distance of twenty metres in direct sunlight ensuring you are clearly alerted
to hazards present.
FALCO has an externally located Intrinsically Safe sensor for quick and easy
servicing without the need for a hot work permit. Dual certification allows
FALCO to be serviced in a hazardous environment without having to remove
power.
Simple to operate FALCO has an intuitive user interface. It has five magnetic
switches with LED confirmation, a high contrast OLED screen and graphical
interface ensuring installation and servicing are both quick and easy.
RS485 (Modbus®), 4-20 mAand Relay outputs are standard for all models.
The Relay outputs are configurable for either high and low alarms, fault
conditions or test cycle synchronisation.
FALCO offers the ultimate in flexibility and can be purchased as one of four
detection ranges in either a pumped or diffused variant. With a diffused
model servicing costs are kept to a minimum with no pump to maintain.
Type 0-10 ppm 0-50.0 ppm 0-1000 ppm 0-3000 ppm
Sensitivity 0.001 ppm 0.01 ppm 0.1 ppm 1 ppm
PUMPED
✓
✓
✓
✓
DIFFUSED
✓
✓
✓
✓
Extend your FALCO instrument warranty
Registering your product online within one month of purchase will extend
its warranty.Visit www.ionscience.com/instrument-registration
Applications include:
• Manufacturing • Processing • Refineries & Petrochemical • Chemical
• Waster water treatment • Pulp & paper • Pharmaceutical • IAQ
• Solvent recovery systems • Industrial painting & coating
• Fenceline monitoring • Outdoor air quality •Tankfarms • Bunkering
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
SENSOR
Photoionisation with 10.6 eVlamp
DETECTION RANGES AND SENSITIVITY
10.0 ppm* 0.001 ppm
50.0 ppm* 0.01 ppm
1000 ppm* 0.1 ppm
3000 ppm* 1 ppm
DETECTION TIME (T90)
<30 seconds (diffused)**
USER INTERFACE
Display: OLED high contrast white on black: 128 (w) x 64 (h) pixels
Screen size: 35 mm (w) x 17.5 mm (h)
5 magnetic switches with LED confirmation (up, down, left, right &
enter). Magnetic actuator supplied.
STATUS INDICATOR
Bright visible status indicator: RED,AMBER, GREEN
CERTIFICATION
II 2G Ex d ib IICT4 Gb
ISO9001:2008
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATION
Without pump: -40o
C to 60o
C (-40o
F to 140o
F)
With pump: -20o
C to 60o
C (-4o
F to 140o
F)
0-100% RH and condensing humidity
MECHANICAL INTERFACE
2 x cable entry points with 3/4” NPTthreads (left and right)
2 x 3/4” NPTto M20 Stainless steel (supplied)
DIMENSIONS
Without pump: 200 (h) x 190 (w) x 125 (d) mm
With pump: 290 (h) x 190 (w) x 125 (d) mm
MOUNTING POINTS
2 x M8
INPUT POWER
Working voltage: 12 to 40Vdc
Max. power: 2 watts
OUTPUTS
4 to 20 mA(active and passive)
RS485 supports Modbus® protocol
Relay x 2 SPST(60Vdc 2A) - configurable
Ion Science Ltd
TheWay,Fowlmere,
Cambs,SG87UJ,UK
T:+44(0)1763208503
E:info@ionscience.com
W: www.ionscience.com
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* Based on Isobutylene gas
** When set to continuous measurement
Modbus® is a registered trademark of Schneider Electric
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